Certificates

Students seeking Academic Certificates in the School of Applied Studies must apply to the program within the department in which they are seeking the Certificate. Certificate candidates will complete all required hours at Washburn unless transfer credit is approved by the Dean. Students seeking a Certificate from one of the School of Applied Studies programs will take all courses on a letter grade basis.

The following certificates are available in the School of Applied Studies:

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What's an Ichabod?

Washburn's mascot, the Ichabod, honors the school's early benefactor, Ichabod Washburn, a 19th century Massachusetts industrialist. The original design of the studious-looking, tuxedo-clad figure was created in 1938 by Bradbury Thompson (ba '34), who became an internationally acclaimed graphic artist. Design wasn't Thompson's only consideration. To the stylized Ichabod the artist attributed the qualities of "...courage and enthusiasm, as shown by his brisk walk. He is democratic and courteous, for he tips his hat as he passes. Sincere in his search for truth and knowledge, he studiously carries a book under his arm..."